University of technology · KwaZulu-Natal
Durban University of Technology
Practical diplomas and degrees in engineering, health sciences, IT, accounting and media.
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How you apply
Applications through the Central Applications Office (CAO)
Closing period
CAO applications usually close in September or October.
Application fee
The CAO charges a single handling fee for multiple KZN choices — confirm on cao.ac.za
Campus
Durban and Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal
Good to know
- One CAO application can list several KZN institutions and programmes.
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Careers you can study towards here
These are the career fields DUT commonly offers. Programme names and entry requirements differ per faculty — confirm in the current prospectus.
Documents to have ready
- Certified copy of your ID — Or your birth certificate plus passport if you do not have an ID yet. Certify at a police station, post office or Home Affairs.
- Your latest school results — Grade 11 final report when you apply, then your Grade 12 statement of results when it is issued.
- Parent or guardian ID — Usually required if you are under 18, and for funding applications.
- Proof of payment of the application fee — Where a fee applies. Keep the reference number — many portals will not submit without it.
- Proof of residence — A municipal bill or a letter from your ward councillor or traditional authority.
Plain English SA Forms is an independent website and is not affiliated with Durban University of Technology. Application dates, fees and programme offerings change every year — the institution's own admissions pages are the only binding source.